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Syrup-soaked rolled dessert with walnuts
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Ankara roll dessert (80 g) has 314 calories. That works out to 392 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.7 g of carbs, 4.6 g of protein, 15.5 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
314
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
39.7g
· 14% DV
Protein
4.6g
· 9% DV
Fat
15.5g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 6% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 314 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.5 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.68 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.7 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 314 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 40 g | 157 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 470 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 588 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 627 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 862 kcal |
Calculated from 392 calories per 100 g.
Ankara roll dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry filled with walnuts and shaped into rolls. Its rolled form distinguishes it from many other syrup desserts, which are layered or cut into squares.
To make Ankara roll dessert, fill thinly rolled dough with walnuts, roll it up, bake until golden, then add syrup. Let the pastry absorb the syrup before serving so the center is moist without becoming soggy.
No. Ankara roll dessert is formed into walnut-filled rolls, while baklava is usually made from stacked layers of thin pastry. Both are syrup-soaked, but their shapes and textures are different.
It is called Ankara roll dessert because it is associated with Ankara and is shaped as a roll. The name refers to both its regional connection and its distinctive form, rather than to a separate kind of syrup.
Walnuts are the traditional filling in Ankara roll dessert. Some home recipes may use another nut, but changing the filling also changes the characteristic flavor of this Ankara-style sweet.
The syrup is commonly cooled before it is poured over hot Ankara roll dessert. The temperature contrast helps the pastry absorb it; add the syrup gradually so the rolls do not sit in excess liquid.
Bake Ankara roll dessert until its rolls are thoroughly golden, and avoid pouring on more syrup than they can absorb. Let the syrup drain and soak in rather than leaving the finished dessert submerged.
Ankara roll dessert is served after it has absorbed the syrup and cooled to room temperature. Cut or arrange the rolls neatly, and pair them with unsweetened tea or coffee to balance their sweetness.
Keep Ankara roll dessert covered in a cool, dry place and enjoy it within a few days for the best texture. Refrigeration can make the pastry firmer, so bring it to room temperature before serving.
Yes, Ankara roll dessert can be frozen in an airtight container, though the pastry may lose some crispness after thawing. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then let it come to room temperature before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
76.8µg · 9% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Biotin
1.68µg · 6% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Selenium
6.24µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
69mg · 10% DV
Sodium
94mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
102mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Ankara roll dessert is a Turkish syrup-soaked pastry associated with Ankara, made by rolling thin sheets of dough around a walnut filling, baking them until golden, then adding syrup. Recipes vary, but the contrast between crisp pastry and soft, syrup-held walnuts is central to its appeal.
In Turkey it is commonly served in small pieces after a meal or alongside tea, and it also suits a festive dessert spread. Outside Turkey, it pairs naturally with unsweetened tea or coffee; a little plain yogurt can balance its sweetness. It is an energy-dense sweet, with 392 calories per 100 g, so a modest piece is often satisfying.
Low
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Low
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Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 104:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (104:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.